Team Leader - Residential Care

Team Leader - Residential Care London, England

London Borough of Hillingdon
Full Time London, England 30699 - 31731 GBP ANNUAL Today
Job description

Job number
SC00664
Location
3 Colham Road, Uxbridge, Middlesex, London, UB8 3RD
Directorate
Social Care
Job Type
Social Care/Work
Contract Type
Permanent
Working Hours
36
Closing date
29 March 2023
Salary range
£30,699.00 - £31,731.00 per year

About us

Hillingdon is London's second largest borough, with fantastic transport links with the A40, M25, the Metropolitan and Piccadilly lines all local to us, so you can travel to work with ease and boasting over 20 square miles of scenic countryside, consisting of canals, rivers, parks and woodland. We’re also home to some of the world’s most renowned brands such as Coca-Cola and United Biscuits.

With an ambitious strategy we pride ourselves on delivering services that improves the lives of all our residents, businesses and partners. Embarking on our journey of continuous improvement, we’ve set an agenda to ensure the provision of; safer communities, a thriving local economy, a greener more sustainable environment, whilst increasing our digital capabilities throughout the Borough.

Putting our residents first is at the heart of everything we do! We want talented individuals like you to share our aspirations for the borough, supporting us to deliver exceptional services for Hillingdon.


About You and the Role within Hillingdon


An exciting opportunity for a Team Leader role has arisen within 3 Colham Road, a purpose build residential setting for 13 residents with learning disabilities and complex health needs. The home offers a warm and comfortable environment, that acknowledges each resident’s uniqueness, empowering them to participate in their care and treatment.

3 Colham road recognises the importance of social activities, which ultimately focuses on sensory experiences, that are based upon or residents’ preferences and aspirations.

As a Team Leader at 3 Colham road, you will be responsible for supervising and inspiring a team of dedicated support workers alongside the Registered Manager.

You will lead shifts as the duty senior, facilitate, and participate in staff meetings, staff training, supervision, appraisals, and development activities. You can also expect to administer medication, carry out assessments and care plans.

All staff at 3 Colham road, will always respect the dignity and preferences of our residents as well playing their own part in establishing an environment that’s warm, welcoming, and comfortable.

You should have a QCF Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care (or equivalent) with 3 years previous experience in providing care at a similar level. You will be familiar and experienced in the safe administration of medication and be committed to providing person centred care to residents.


We offer a range of Company benefits...

These vary according to the business area and role but may include:
  • Local government average salary pension scheme
  • Free parking (4 days a week) if based at the Civic Centre
  • A 36-hour week for all full-time staff
  • Generous holiday entitlement: a minimum 25 days a year (plus bank holidays), rising to 28 days after five years' service. For more senior positions holiday entitlements can rise to a maximum of 36 days
  • Career breaks
  • Flexible working hours
  • Season ticket loan
  • Access to a Credit Union
  • Access to a wide range of training and courses
  • Discount on a variety of Adult Education courses run by the Council
  • Payment of professional fees where these are required
  • Discounts at council-owned leisure centres and swimming pools at Hillingdon (Uxbridge), Queensmead (South Ruislip), Highgrove (Ruislip) and Botwell Green (Hayes)
  • Cycle purchase scheme
  • Car sharing scheme
  • 30% discount on green fees at council-owned golf courses

Additional information

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Applicants should be aware that the post will only be offered to successful candidates subject to an Enhanced DBS check as well as other employment clearances.

Due to an expected high volume of applications, we could close this role early, we therefore recommend you apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Team Leader - Residential Care
London Borough of Hillingdon

www.hillingdon.gov.uk
Uxbridge, United Kingdom
Fran Beasley
$100 to $500 million (USD)
1001 to 5000 Employees
Government
National Services & Agencies
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